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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1926

Page

2

Northeast Blizzard Strikes Again Nine Die in Northeast

Nine people die as a second blizzard lashes the Northeast bringing drifts up to ten feet in places and forcing highway closures, rail delays, and widespread outages. New York Boston Philadelphia and coastal towns report shipping halts, air mail suspended, and emergency crews tackling heavy snow and traffic chaos.

United States Ralph Brownea Boston Injaros Maturami Actri Fe Doles Pennsylvania New Jersey New York Massachusets Shade Factor Bessa Tsut AM Trafic Chicago SPE Friar Neck Bear Farhoten Od Froma

Tax cuts loom as Senate backs amendments to revenue act

The Senate approved amendments expanding tax reductions, with a vote that added about 24 million dollars in extra cuts to the 352 million already provided. Republicans mostly joined Democrats in support, though some leaders signaled opposition to inheritance tax repeal, while changes loom as the measure heads to conference with the House for final adjustments.

Mexico Pittman Banance Committee King Utah Wether Oly Ten Morrow

Seamen Watch Comrades Drown After Vessel Grounded

A shipwreck incident near shore left three sailors Gravata Mitchell and an unnamed crew member dead or missing after a schooner grounded at 3:80 this morning. Captain Quadros ordered all hands ashore but Gravata and two others stayed to pack and were swept away as waves crushed the vessel and drove it onto rocks. The body of Mitchell was recovered wedged below the high water mark and taken to a mariner’s storage, with the rescue effort hampered by rough seas and distant shore.

Mitchel Marbr Atbar Quadros Loves Gravata Mitchell Tyther Uaptan Qradros

Auction Bridge Rules Changed in New York

New York February 1 AP Fuels report that scoring in auction bridge has been revised to give all hands equal value regardless of result and penalties for severe deductions have been adjusted. The new ruling affects the answering side.

New York

Snowstorm Aftermath Leaves County in Relief as Towns Reopen

Four deaths were attributed to a second blizzard that disrupted transportation and shut schools across the county. State highways were cleared, trains ran with minor delays, and city streets were largely back on schedule. Factories and mail delivery resumed, with crews and snowplows clearing routes overnight.

Debating Club Formed by Y M H A

The Young Men and Young Women's Hebrew Association plans a debating club at 15 Pat Qeld avenue. Members will select topics and represent the association in debates with New Haven and nearby cities. The program includes lectures on argumentation and public speaking with listed participants and organizers.

Pat Qeld Avenue Wil Pisray New Haven Martford A Verodry Ansonia New York

Whist Club Announces Date For New Honors Rules

The Whist Club states the date for new rules to take effect. Trump honors remain unchanged and point counts adjust by hourly divisions. The outline includes five honor distributions and specific point values for each hand.

Iwne Wetter

Radio Addresses Set on Transportation Policy by Meritt and Shallenberger

Representative Schuyler Merritt of Stamford will speak on transportation regulation in a Saturday radio address on WHC Washington and WIBW Bound Mook. He will be followed by Representative Ashton C. Shallenberger of Nebraska, a Democrat, who will present Western views on the same topic. Both are on the Joint Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce. The program is part of a series by the Radio Corporation of America offering opposite-party discussions of national issues.

Washington Boechil Schuyler Merritt Stamford WHC WI4 Ashton C. Shallenberger Nebraska Tonge Cuamittee Congrecaman Morritt Shellenbarger Rilio Corporation Antertea

Spanish air crew greeted by Argentina leaders after landing

Spanish flyers reach government house in Buenos Aires amid a triumphal reception by President Iv Alveer and ministers. The commander delivers a message from King Alfonso to the President, then salutes a large crowd from a balcony. Franco says the flight plans to cross the Andes to Chile await Spanish authority.

Nuel Ivano Mat Bie Fhat Spain Government House IV Alveer Argentina Alfonso Oune Werrol Franco Associated Press Andes Chile Moust

Youth Robbed on Way to City and Amnesiac's Return

A youth traveling toward the city was robbed for funds to aid his mother’s medical treatment. He wandered in a box car for three days and nights, losing memory until recalling his name John White of Selamunket Long Island. He had $240 saved for his mother and was en route to Bridgeport when attacked near his hometown station.

Bridgeport Hillside Home Kent Heman Midland Thomas McGuinn Woodside Avenue Kate Whse Herman Telegram Atlante Tinally Atlanta Poles Meade John White Sefaunket Long Ieland Avanta Katherine Ulty Hmisite Hopital Coan Getiulie Newarit Tap Owenrus Atlante Neurupay Ein

Gang Foreman Killed by Train Near Greenwich

A Stamford foreman named Canallo, 7 or so, was struck by an eastbound train near Cos Cob tower between Greenwich and Stamford around 2 AM. He died instantly. the accident involved workers cleaning a chimney site. Fire and electric station incidents occurred earlier and later in the night, with minimal damage. Stamford Gas and Electric Co officers were listed. Stamford Children's Home also reported annual officers.

Anthony Cwatllo Pudde Xlperl Stamford Greenwich Stanford Canallo Italy Thea Cos Cob Tower Canalio Taven Cardrog Stamford Wire Department Mate Armory Mnie Street Frank Peatt Bramford Gas & Filectric Co Wiectric, Co Stamford Gas & Electric Co Alfred W. Dater Schuyler Merritt Charles H. Lounsburs Walter D. Dagham Harertary Trandger Leland Charles II. Louisbury U. Rowell Samuel Person Schuyler Mervilt Irving B. Raymond Walter C. Daskam

Fiddlers Contest Opens Tonight at Palace Theatre

Entrants include Perry with Stradivarius from 1725 and several Bridgeport players aged 50s to 70s. They will sit in the Palace Theatre right-hand box draped with American flags after a spaghetti-house dinner at five. Manager Balt Saunders escorts them to the show.

Blackstone Street Perry Orchard Street Bridgeport J. O. Laddell Greenfield Hill Fairfield George J. Banks Pairfield James D. Black White Street Danbury Andrew McKnight Mast Avenue Palace Theatre Sipaghetti House

Two Nurses Stricken Under Quarantine In Epidemic

Two nurses are quarantined after scarlet fever symptoms appeared among nursing staff two weeks ago. Nurses were examined daily. several cases have been reported at Englewood and Bridgeport hospitals. Origin of the outbreak remains unclear. no contagious patients were found in triage.

Inglewool Hospital Dridgeport Hospital

Mayor Challenger to Lead Personal Tax Drive on City Workers

A political clash emerges as challenger and Mayor Jehrena spar over collecting personal taxes from city employees. The collector plans a targeted drive beginning this month, with police delivering notices on beats to delinquent workers and officers presenting citations if payments are not made within a reasonable time.

Challenger Jehrena Ly the Mayer Nive Orraonal Sollertar Challenger Belares Plata

Denver Sets Heat Record Amid Cold Wave Across West

Denver endures 92 degree surge in winter heat, topping normal by 148 degrees over ten days. The period brings unusually warm temperatures for the Rocky Mountain region with forecasts of continued warmth and dry spells into northern Montana.

Dmumer Capy Denver Rocky Mountlaim Montana

Britain Protests Mexican Land Law Sparks Foreign Protests

Britain protests Mexican land law and anticipates other governments will follow. The retroactive provisions affecting foreigners conflict with established international law principles.

Britain

City to borrow to remove snow

City officials debate funding to clear snow with a $25,000 short term note, potentially more notes if needed, as the contingency fund is exhausted. Municipal snow removal runs through the week with 75 workers in the center, but some workers refused to continue work after long exposure to the weather. Ash collection is delayed due to the blizzard, with no pickups planned until after the weekend.

Beureis Willian EB. Burtham Tax Board Northey

Wright Dies in Hospital After Long Bridgeport Career

Br J W Wright died in hospital after a long Bridgeport presence. He founded Galen Hospital in 1960 at 808 812 Myrtle Ave, later discontinued. He served 20 years as surgeon at Bridgeport Hospital and was active in medical and scholarly circles. He led a life of service in veterans affairs and Freemasonry.

Bridgeport Galen Hospital Myrtle Avenue Lee W. Wenson Robert TD. Roller Bridgeport Hospital Weadon Aznes Elizabeth Curtiss Knapp Pairlie'd el Wibeth Curtin Wright Amity Walfield Avermes Charles Hast Wilson Street Sargent School of Physcal Education Tle Presbyteran Church Brooklawn and Seacide Club United States Army Porto Vico Michel States Europe Astaba

Mussolini replies to Stresemann in Senate speech

In a crowded chamber Mussolini defended his two month, patient speech and rejected German claims. He asserted Italy will defend its borders and will not bow to German pressure or anti Italian campaigns, warning of immediate consequences if German actions persist.

Senate Apeech Stresemann Italy Taeglische Rundschau Salyt No Lberal Peoples Party Prussia Stresemanp Vulpenao Upper Adige Salornd Trentina Desenzamu Peschiera Chiusa Oi Yeronga Declara Wallan

Full Mail Deliveries Promise for Holiday

Postal branches will deliver mail tomorrow as celebrations proceed. Arthur PF Connor announced yesterday that carriers will suspend deliveries for one day, with a window in post offices noted for potential delays.

Posteties Lincen Arthur PF. Connor

Advertisement for Cure All Cold Headache Relief

A fragmented advertisement promises headache relief from a laxative product named Brom Winn ie and Tabieta. The copy mentions relief from cold symptoms and includes a stylized signet and a street location, with unclear branding and missing details.

Muddled Health Ad Claims Nightly Sleep Aid

Fragmented OCR text describes a health product advertised to reduce night awakenings and urinary symptoms. Mentions a formulation sold at local drug stores and a laboratory setting, with unclear patient outcomes and efficacy claims. The passage is garbled and lacks verifiable details, presenting no solid data or endorsements.

O Joy Corn Wafers Offer Quick Corn Relief

Corns removed for 10 cents with O Joy Corn Wafers. A dime buys six thin wafers to press on the corn, relieving pain and letting shoes feel comfortable again. No doughnut pads or acids, guaranteed. Leverity Drug Co.

Zemo treatment promises relief for skin troubles

A bold advertisement touts Zemo as the sole solution for itching, irritation, pimples, blackheads, and other skin eruptions. It promises quick relief after first use and claims skin becomes soft and healthy without greasy residue. Available in small and large bottles priced at 60 cents and 1.00 respectively.

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